Item PC/139 - Corinthian Capital with Stylised Acanthus

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Key Information

Reference code

PC/139

Title

Corinthian Capital with Stylised Acanthus

Date(s)

Mid 19th century-early 20th century (Creation)

Level of description

Item

Extent

1 item

Content and Structure

Scope and content

The Corinthian order is the most richly carved of all the orders. According to the architectural historian Vitruvius, the column was created by the sculptor Callimachus, probably an Athenian, who drew acanthus leaves growing around a votive basket.